Charity Christmas cards for Malawi

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Zikomo, a local charity dedicated to fostering long-term self sufficiency of rural communities in southern Malawi, has launched this years selection of fundraising Christmas cards. A small team from Galway have been developing this community to community link since 2002. Four NUIG graduates returned this autumn from Malawi having completed the building of a second community centre. The furnishing and equipping of this centre will be completed thanks to the €1,200 raised by the university choir and orchestra. In addition, with the help of the Galway County Council, Zikomo can now also install a solar panel on one of the community centres. Through the sale of the new range of Christmas cards Zikomo hopse to install a second solar panel. Card collections contain four photos by award winning photographer Pat O'Connor, and Malawian artist Martin Mchekeya. Cards are available in Dubray bookshop, Clarenbridge Antiques, Charlie Byrne’s, and Evergreen Healthfoods in the Galway shopping centre.

Eyre Square Centre launches giftcard

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Give that someone special the perfect gift this Christmas by getting them an Eyre Square Centre Giftcard. The Eyre Square Centre Giftcard can be loaded with the cash value of the customer's choosing from €10 up to €1,500 and comes in a FREE smart presentation pack ready to go at no additional cost.

Sadness at passing of former diocesan secretary Canon Noel Mullin

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

There was deep and profound sadness in the Claregalway area as the news spread on Friday morning of the untimely passing of Claregalway Parish Priest, Very Reverend Noel Canon Mullin. A humble man, he was Fr Noel to everyone.

Voices for Galway to hold night of festive music

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

The Voices for Galway would like to thank the people of Galway who fundraised and supported the organisation during 2009. The current economic situation has made this a difficult year for all charities and The Voices for Galway is very grateful for all the local support that it continues to receive.

Galway radio auction celebrates major milestone

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

The Galway Lions Club will celebrate a major milestone this week as the annual radio auction celebrates its 21st year.

A White Lantern Carnival Parade for Christmas

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

The White Lantern Carnival Parade, to mark the arrival of Christmas and the winter solstice, takes place in Shop Street on Saturday December 19 at 7pm.

Employers should apply to expanded Employment Subsidy Scheme says Kitt

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Applications are now being invited to the second, broader Government Employment Subsidy Scheme and the deadline for applications is Wednesday December 23.

Galway women cope better with the flu than Galway men, survey shows

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Galway women cope better with the flu than men, that is the verdict of 71 per cent of people who took part in a recent survey commissioned by Danone.

Workshop on business innovation in Oranmore

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Business innovator Sean McNulty will facilitate a half-day workshop for businesses in the Oranmore Lodge Hotel tomorrow.

GMIT art graduates pool resources into new business enterprise

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

A group of talented textile and ceramic artists who recently graduated from GMIT have joined forces to set up a new art studio enterprise in Galway city.

Born looks international but flys the local flag

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

When you enter the Born store you may be forgiven for thinking you were in a department store in London or New York. However there is no mistaking that this is an Irish, and locally owned company.

Good news as Galway Airport receives major funding

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Galway Airport is to receive €344,619 under the Regional Airports Subvention fund, it was announced this week.

The Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Éamon Ó Cuív has welcomed the news.

Shantalla fundraiser for Western Alzheimers

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

A jumble sale and tea day will be held on Sunday in aid of Western Alzheimers Galway branch. The event organised by Shatalla residents association will run from 11am to 5pm in St Joseph’s community centre on Ash Road, Shantalla. All money raised will go directly to the Galway Branch of Western Azheimers. For more information phone Billy Smyth on 086 3511628

New Inn mummers’ festival dates confirmed

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

The committee of the New Inn Mummers festival confirmed this week that the annual staging of the event will take place in the New Inn leisure centre on Saturday January 2, and Sunday January 3.

More than €178,000 raised in Galway for Sightsavers Ireland

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Galway donations for Sightsavers Ireland totalled more than €178,000 in 2009, all of which will go towards helping prevent blindness, restoring sight and advocating for social inclusion and equal rights for people who are blind and visually impaired.

Cuppa and a cake for Enable Ireland

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Take a break from your Christmas shopping next Wednesday morning December 16, and join Enable Ireland in Sam Baileys Café on Eglinton Street from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Rest your feet while enjoying a delicious Christmas cake and steaming hot drink of your choice, all whilst supporting Enable Ireland. All proceeds and donations on the day will support Enable Ireland services in Galway.

Putting the Chi in running with Catherina McKiernan

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Renowned Irish runner Catherina McKiernan was in Salthill recently, giving a workshop in ChiRunning, a cutting-edge approach to better running.

Ideal gift for fans of Ballinrobe Races

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Fans of Ballinrobe races who are looking for that ideal Christmas present can now avail of a special promotion by the racecourse.

Tobermore Concrete donates ™20,000 to Barnardo’s

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

For the past eight years Tobermore, with a base in Bushy Park, has been donating money to a variety of charities in lieu of gifts for customers at Christmas. This year the company has decided that it will donate this year's allocation to Barnardo's. The donation of ™20,000 will go directly to the Barnardo's Christmas fund and will make a huge difference to the lives of children throughout the UK and Ireland.

Kilcolgan Educate Together Christmas fair

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

The Kilcolgan Educate Together National school will hold its annual winter fair on Sunday from 12 noon to 4pm.

There will be arts and crafts, Christmas wreaths, bric a brac, and Christmas cards designed by the school children. There will also be face painting and games for the children.

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